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Alrighty so I'm getting my VU ute ready for rwc and my centre bearing was shot, i have had one replace previously on my vz and it cost me $350 with no guarantee it would balance, i decided to give it a go myself.
Im am no mechanic I'm just going off experience and research, i am not accountable for anything that goes wrong if you try this however it has worked perfectly for me.
Okay so we have all seen the youtube video of the guy smacking his VX tailshaft with a hammer and chisel, DONT do that, its not necessary and you will end wrecking your splines etc.
Okay tools you will need
-19mm Socket
-Ratchet
-Extension
-13mm Socket
-Cerclip pliers
-Hammer
-Screwdrivers
-Jack
-Stands
Also going to need the bearing, think i paid $75 for this from local Auto parts shop
First Step, jack front and rear up and place on engine stands or safety stands.
Locate the tailshaft and undo three nut and bolts on the doughnut meeting both the gearbox and diff.
Be careful that it doesn't drop. Next step is to locate the centre bearing and undo the two 13mm bolts, once undone the shaft will be free, remove from under the car and place on work bench or vice if you have one. I have neither so garage floor it is.
Next step is to remove half the shaft. Be sure to mark both sides of the shaft to ensure it is lined up correctly on re install. From here you want to pull on the side with the boot. The shaft will pull out from the other half leaving the bearing and knuckle behind. should look something like this.
in my case the small metal cover (pictured) stayed with the bearing, in this case it just pulls off, might need an even tap with a hammer if it doesn't move
Next remove the cerclip holding the centre bearing on, i forgot to get a photo of this but heres one that is similar, once its removed its just a matter of getting the bearing off, it is pressed on so hammer with even his around the bearing should get it off, i have used a bearing or gear puller in the past and works well.
Next step is putting new bearing on, i used the old bearing to tap it on without damaging the new bearing, If you have a pipe that is big enough to sit on the outer race of the new bearing that will work to. Once bearing is seated on the shaft re insert the cerclip. now re install the metal cover or retainer and then the shaft, ensure the marks you have made line up exactly!
Re install the tailshaft and away you go, test-drive and ensure there is no vibration!
Hope this helps some people and saves some cash
Any questions or comments feel free to add, this is my first how to so cut me some slack
Cheers!
Im am no mechanic I'm just going off experience and research, i am not accountable for anything that goes wrong if you try this however it has worked perfectly for me.
Okay so we have all seen the youtube video of the guy smacking his VX tailshaft with a hammer and chisel, DONT do that, its not necessary and you will end wrecking your splines etc.
Okay tools you will need
-19mm Socket
-Ratchet
-Extension
-13mm Socket
-Cerclip pliers
-Hammer
-Screwdrivers
-Jack
-Stands
Also going to need the bearing, think i paid $75 for this from local Auto parts shop
First Step, jack front and rear up and place on engine stands or safety stands.
Locate the tailshaft and undo three nut and bolts on the doughnut meeting both the gearbox and diff.
Be careful that it doesn't drop. Next step is to locate the centre bearing and undo the two 13mm bolts, once undone the shaft will be free, remove from under the car and place on work bench or vice if you have one. I have neither so garage floor it is.
Next step is to remove half the shaft. Be sure to mark both sides of the shaft to ensure it is lined up correctly on re install. From here you want to pull on the side with the boot. The shaft will pull out from the other half leaving the bearing and knuckle behind. should look something like this.
in my case the small metal cover (pictured) stayed with the bearing, in this case it just pulls off, might need an even tap with a hammer if it doesn't move
Next remove the cerclip holding the centre bearing on, i forgot to get a photo of this but heres one that is similar, once its removed its just a matter of getting the bearing off, it is pressed on so hammer with even his around the bearing should get it off, i have used a bearing or gear puller in the past and works well.
Next step is putting new bearing on, i used the old bearing to tap it on without damaging the new bearing, If you have a pipe that is big enough to sit on the outer race of the new bearing that will work to. Once bearing is seated on the shaft re insert the cerclip. now re install the metal cover or retainer and then the shaft, ensure the marks you have made line up exactly!
Re install the tailshaft and away you go, test-drive and ensure there is no vibration!
Hope this helps some people and saves some cash
Any questions or comments feel free to add, this is my first how to so cut me some slack
Cheers!
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